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Meaning of clad

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

clad

Pronunciation:/klæd/

verb

Definitions

  1. (past tense clad) To clothe.

  2. (past tense clad or cladded) To cover (with insulation or another material); to surround, envelop.

  3. (figuratively) To imbue (with a specified quality)

adjective

Definitions

  1. (in compounds) Wearing clothing of a specified type.

  2. (in compounds) Covered, enveloped in or surrounded by a specified material or substance.

verb

Definitions

  1. To adorn or cover with clothing; to dress; to supply clothes or clothing.

    Example: to feed and clothe a family; to clothe oneself extravagantly

  2. To cover or invest, as if with a garment.

    Example: to clothe somebody with authority or power